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ZZ Top Honors Frank Beard in First Show Post-Loss
23 Aug
Summary
- ZZ Top performed their first show after drummer Frank Beard's passing.
- The band dedicated the Austin concert to their late drummer.
- Michael Monahan filled in on drums for the band's recent performance.
ZZ Top played their first concert Saturday night in Austin, following the recent death of their longtime drummer, Frank Beard. The band honored Beard at the show, which took place in a city considered a second home to him and at one of his favorite venues. Billy Gibbons, the band's frontman, briefly addressed Beard's passing during the introductions, noting that Michael Monahan was behind the drum kit for the performance. Gibbons lightened the mood by encouraging the audience to celebrate the music and the moment. This resilience mirrors the band's response after the death of bassist Dusty Hill in 2021, when Elwood Francis took over. The North American tour continues with another Austin show Sunday, with further dates scheduled through October and potential shows in South America in November.
